RI Cruden is proudly one of the largest mechanical, electrical and renewable organisations in the Highlands and Islands. From starting out as a sole trader in 2005 to winning Inverness Chamber’s Highland Business of the Year in 2023, our business has undergone remarkable transformation over its 19-year history. We’ve embraced new technologies, expanded our services […]
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By Trudy Morris, Chief Executive, Caithness Chamber of Commerce, sponsoring the Highland Business Award for Resilience The concept of resilience, is defined by the Oxford English Dictionary as “the ability of a substance to return to its usual shape after being bent, stretched, or pressed”. This tenacious spirit perfectly embodies the strength and adaptability of
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By Paula Nicol, Head of Events & Deputy Chief Executive, Inverness Chamber of Commerce As we mark the 10th year of Highland Business Week, it’s great to look back and see how the event has evolved into one of the most important dates in the Highland business calendar. What started as something relatively modest –
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Exhibiting at a trade show or exhibition is much like attending a job interview or networking event where preparation is key to maximising the benefits. The Highland Spotlight business to business exhibition on Tuesday 24 September serves as an ideal opportunity to network, make new business contacts and even expand your knowledge by attending the
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This week (on Tuesday 3 September) we hosted our latest event, combining the fast pace of business with the serene beauty of nature – it was certainly a memorable Speed Networking session at the Inverness Botanic Gardens’ Glasshouse. The unique setting – a stunning glass and steel structure adorned with vibrant flowers and fairy lights
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by Colin Marr, CEO, Inverness Chamber of Commerce In July we had a general election in the UK and voted in our first new government in 14 years. The Labour government won a landslide victory and amid the promises of “stopping the chaos” was also a commitment to growth. And for our business members at
The Highland Business Awards judging panel convened this week (Thursday 22 August) for an intensive day of deliberations, meticulously reviewing and selecting the finalists for each of the 10 nominated categories. The process was both rewarding and challenging, as this year’s entries showcased exceptional talent, innovation, diversity and expertise from across our vibrant business community.
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The Inverness Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce, is organising a trade mission to Dublin, Ireland, during the week commencing 11 November 2024. This initiative, supported by the Scottish Government and Scottish Chambers of Commerce, will offer Scottish businesses an opportunity to explore the Irish market, identify new business prospects, and
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Sandie Gordon, Rising Stars Participant from 2023 tells us about her experience of taking part in Rising Stars @ Highland Spotlight last year and why young entrepreneurs might want to take part this year. What is your business? Candles from the Croft is a small business based on a working Croft of five generations that
Today (10 July 2024), Colin Marr, Chief Executive of the Inverness Chamber of Commerce, together with: Derek Brown, Chief Executive, Highland Council; Stuart Black, Chief Executive, Highlands and Islands Enterprise; Alison Wilson, Director of Economic Development and Advancement, UHI; and Calum MacPherson, Chief Executive, Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport, have written to the Secretary
